Day Headlines in Business News: 2025-04-04
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Worst week for US stocks since Covid crash as China hits back on tariffs (BBC Business 2025-04-04 22:06:53)
The US president, who has vowed to remake the global trade order, dismissed concerns, noting the US jobs market is strong. -
Stocks plunge as China retaliates to Trump tariffs (BBC Business 2025-04-04 16:08:52)
The FTSE 100 drops almost 5%, while the S&P 500 in the US falls roughly 4%. -
'We can't afford to run our independent business' (BBC Business 2025-04-04 14:01:24)
Paddy Kelly and Hana Hughes say rising costs have forced them to close their diner and food truck. -
What is National Insurance and how is it changing? (BBC Business 2025-04-04 12:14:55)
The amount of National Insurance (NI) paid by employers will rise on 6 April. -
The British winners and losers from Trump tariffs (BBC Business 2025-04-04 11:56:01)
Some UK exporters to the US see a chance to grow their firms, even as others fear a drop in sales. -
Stocks slump as China retaliates to Trump tariffs (BBC Business 2025-04-04 11:45:46)
Traders are concerned the tariffs will increase prices and weigh on growth in the US and abroad. -
How does it affect me if share prices fall? (BBC Business 2025-04-04 11:25:58)
Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives. -
Food bank for pets set up by animal charity (BBC Business 2025-04-04 11:25:02)
Teckels Animal Rescue says people are struggling with the rising cost of food and insurance. -
Stocks fall again as Trump tariff jitters continue (BBC Business 2025-04-04 08:02:04)
Traders are concerned the tariffs will increase prices and weigh on growth in the US and abroad. -
'The price of everything is sky high - even fish and chips' (BBC Business 2025-04-04 05:16:10)
A city chippy was selling portions for 45p - people queueing share their thoughts on rising prices. -
Who might buy TikTok as ban deadline looms? Amazon joins bidders (BBC Business 2025-04-04 02:16:42)
Oracle and the founder of OnlyFans are also among names that have cropped up as the president seeks to broker a deal.